Mets' Jesse Winker Shut Down for 7-10 Days After Epidural for Back Ailment

Mets designated hitter Jesse Winker has been shut down from all activities for another seven to ten days after receiving an epidural for a persistent back ailment. Manager Carlos Mendoza explained that the team opted for a more aggressive treatment as Winker's back had not been responding as hoped, and he is still considered "a ways away" from returning. This latest setback comes just two games after Winker returned to action, having sustained the back injury last Thursday, following an extended stint on the injured list with an oblique issue. Winker has been limited to only 26 games this season, posting a .709 OPS.